John Grube: "I'm Supposed to be Crazy"
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It wasn't that long ago (1973) that homosexuality was considered a mental illness by the American Psychiatric Association, and John Grube can tell you what a straightjacket feels like. As author of "I'm Supposed to be Crazy and Other Stories" Grube shares some of his wit and wisdom as he tells us about Toronto's queer history. |
FAB National Pride Guide
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Yet another Pride guide, you ask? Well, this new one from FAB National covers our queer country from coast to coast, for wherever your travels may take you in Canada. |
ACT's "I Can Relate"
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We look into a pamphlet for couples in a relationship who are rethinking condom use. Created by the AIDS Committee of Toronto, the brochure spells out some of the things one should know in making this decision, and offers an invitation to talk to a counselor before doing so. |
Counterpoint Community Orchestra
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Now in its 14th season, Counterpoint has been a mainstay of our community through their own concerts and performances at events like the M.C.C.T. Pride Day Service at Maple Leaf Gardens. Be sure to check out this group of queer and queer-friendly musicians at their next concert, Saturday, June 13, 1998 at the 519 Community Centre.
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Hassle-Free Clinic - Men's Services
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The Toronto Hassle-Free Clinic has been helping gay men and lesbians navigate the medical issues surrounding sexuality and answering those "awkward questions" for 25 years. We examine the clinic's history and learn about the services and information it offers for HIV, Hepatitis and sexually transmitted disease (STD) concerns. Check back with us in episode twenty-five to find out about the clinic's services for women. |
Pride & Remembrance Run Preview
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With Pride week fast approaching we talk with Race Director Alan Belaiche about Toronto's Third Annual Pride and Remembrance Run, which starts hoofing through downtown on Saturday, June 27th, 1998 at 10am. This 5km run/walk benefits the Canadian Lesbian and Gay Archives and the Toronto AIDS Memorial, plus offers prizes for the top fundraiser and the winner of the Grand Draw. 10%-Qtv is proud to be a media sponsor for this event. |